Updates

Understanding Akira Ransomware and Ransomware Trends: A Comprehensive Analysis
Author: Marcus Knowles Jr. CIRT Analyst In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, ransomware attacks have emerged as one of the most pervasive and damaging threats to businesses worldwide. Among the myriad ransomware families, one name has been making headlines – Akira. Understanding the origins, evolution, and tactics employed by Akira is crucial in the fight against this potent digital adversary. Ransomware families reported in

Cyber Steward’s Guide to Online Christmas Shopping
Cyber Steward’s Guide to Online Christmas Shopping Spot the Real Deals Learn the difference between genuine offers and too-good-to-be-true scams. Secure Your Transactions Use trusted payment methods and ensure the website’s security before entering your details. Keep Software Updated Running the latest security software is your first defence against cyber threats. Watch Out for Fake Reviews Rely on verified purchase reviews and be wary of

Cybersecurity Plays Pivotal Role in The Bahamas’ National Strategy
Repost Minister of Economic Affairs Sen. the Hon. Michael Halkitis said cybersecurity plays a pivotal role in The Bahamas’ national strategy and is crucial for advancing the nation’s utilization of information and communications technology and managing cyber risks-particularly from an economic, but also from a national security perspective. “This is an area of significant interest to our administration and its ‘Digital Transformation to Strengthen Competitiveness’
Multiple Nation-State Threat Actors Exploit Multiple Zoho Manage Engine Products
Attention Constituent: ######################################### ## S E C U R I T Y A D V I S O R Y ## ######################################### Title : Multiple Nation-State Threat Actors Exploit Multiple Zoho ManageEngine products Advisory ID : CIRT-BS-2023-0004 Version : 1.00 Probability : high CVE ID
Cisco Router / Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and FTD Software Vulnerability
Attention Constituent: ######################################### ## S E C U R I T Y A D V I S O R Y ## ######################################### Title : Cisco Router / Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and FTD Software Vulnerability Advisory ID : CIRT-BS-2023-0005 Version : 1.00 Probability : high CVE ID

Safer Students — Get Safe Online
Keep Your Students Safer Students spend much time online in today’s digital world. Online is great fun, but cyberbullying, oversharing, and clickjacking may cause them harm. Get Safe Online provides valuable information to prepare students to navigate the online world. We want every student while online to say with confidence #lAmSafer. Visit getsafeonline.bs to find out how students can stay safe online. Choose Secure
CIRT-BS 2nd Annual Stakeholders Engagement 2023
The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS) hosted its second annual Stakeholder Engagement Conference on Wednesday and Thursday, 16–17 August 2023, at the Margaritaville Beach Resort. The Annual Stakeholder Engagement Conference is a platform for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and networking within the national cybersecurity industry. Minister of National Security, the Honourable Wayne Munroe, KC, delivered the keynote presentation. The conference featured a thought-provoking panel

Government Working Diligently to Increase Awareness of Cyber Security Threats
Source: Bahamas Information Services NASSAU, The Bahamas – As the government advances its plans to transform and digitize its services, thereby making it more convenient for the public to conduct business with the government, the need to beef up cyber security has significantly risen. Consequently, the Ministry of Economic Affairs in conjunction with the Bahamas National Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT), hosted a two-day inter-ministerial cyber security

Bahamas’ National CIRT Manager Sametria McKinney Receives Prestigious International Award
Source: Bahamas Information Services NASSAU, The Bahamas – Senator the Honourable Michael Halkitis, Minister of Economic Affairs, together with proud Bahamians everywhere, recognize and extend warmest congratulations to the Bahamas’ National Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT) Manager, Miss Sametria McKinney, on receiving the President’s Award for Public Service at the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) International Awards Gala, held in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, on


Building Cyber Resilience: Join the CIRT‑BS Cybersecurity Professional Meetup
CIRT‑BS invites cybersecurity professionals, IT practitioners, and digital defenders to connect at the Cybersecurity Professional Meetup, a gathering designed to strengthen collaboration and national cyber

Advisory: FortiBleed Credential Leak Exposes Thousands of Fortinet VPN Devices Worldwide
Recent reports from cybersecurity researchers have identified a large-scale credential exposure event, known as FortiBleed, involving credentials associated with Fortinet VPN and firewall devices worldwide.

Save The Date: Cyber Sharks Capture the Flag Competition 2026
Cyber Sharks Capture the Flag Competition Bahamas is a groundbreaking national cybersecurity challenge for Bahamian youth ages 13–16. Hosted by the National Computer Incident Response

Stay Sharp: Your Phishing and Smishing Survival Kit Body
Cybercriminals are getting smarter but so can you. The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT‑BS) has launched the Phishing and Smishing Survival

Advisory: Beware of Fraudulent NIB Smart Card Renewal Text Scam
CIRT‑BS warns the public about fraudulent messages impersonating the National Insurance Board (NIB). These scams aim to deceive recipients into clicking unsafe links or sharing

Smishing vs Phishing: Understanding the Dual Threat
Cyber‑criminals continue to evolve their tactics, targeting both mobile and desktop users. Smishing uses SMS or messaging apps to lure victims into clicking fraudulent links

Advisory: Fake Traffic Fine Payment Scam
The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS) is aware of fraudulent websites impersonating legitimate government services and attempting to collect fake traffic

Bahamas Election Security Awareness 2026
Daily Election Checklist: Stay Informed. Stay Secure. Verifying information is everyone’s responsibility: Follow updates from official government channels and the Parliamentary Registration Department Rely on

Child Online Protection Webinar: A Conversation That Matters
On May 20, 2026, the National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT‑BS) will host the Child Online Protection Webinar, uniting international experts to

CyberWizards Camp 2026: Represent The Bahamas in Estonia
CIRT-BS is proud to introduce CyberWizards Camp 2026, an international initiative aimed at strengthening cybersecurity capacity and inspiring the next generation of women in technology. We

Strengthening The Bahamas’ Digital Future: CIRT-BS Cybersecurity Professionals Meetup
Building Connections in Cybersecurity The Bahamas is taking bold steps toward digital resilience, and the upcoming CIRT-BS Cybersecurity Professionals Meetup is a key milestone in

CIRT-BS to Participate in ISBET Tech Expo 2026
ISBET’s Tech Expo 2026 is a high-impact event that brings together industry experts, innovators, and students for a series of forward-looking panel discussions and hands-on

Mark Your Calendar: Child Online Protection Webinar
CIRT-BS invites the public to join our upcoming Child Online Protection Webinar, a timely and important conversation focused on safeguarding children in today’s digital environment.

Child Protection Month: Building Safe Digital Spaces for Our Children
Child Protection Month: Building Safe Digital Spaces for Our Children As The Bahamas observes Child Protection Month, it is an important time to reflect on

Take Control of Your Digital Security
How prepared do you feel to face today’s cyberthreats? Would you like to explore these from a gender lens?👩🏽💻🔒👾 This is exactly the conversation we will
Actively Exploited SQL Injection in FortiClient EMS
ⓘ We are reaching out to let you know that a critical, actively exploited vulnerability has been identified in Fortinet’s FortiClient EMS platform. Attention constituent:
CIRT-BS March Week Recap
Last week, our team participated in a series of engagements. We began at the University of The Bahamas Business Week, delivering a session on “Understanding
CISCO AsyncOS Zero Day Vulnerability
ⓘ We are reaching out to let you know that there is a newly identified advanced persistent threat (APT) that has been exploiting a zero-day

Cybersecurity Workshop: Online Safety – Protecting Your Digital Identity
CIRT-BS is proud to continue our School Tour with a stop at The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI), where we’ll engage staff, students, and

